Description
Hennessy V.S (Very Special) Cognac is the international benchmark for premium grape brandies, meticulously crafted by the legendary Maison Hennessy in Charente, France. Founded in 1765 by Richard Hennessy, the historic house has spent over two and a half centuries mastering the delicate art of selection and maturation. Today, Hennessy V.S stands as a direct contemporary descendant of the house’s historic “Three Star” Cognac, representing a staple of urban culture, high-end nightlife, and luxury lifestyle worldwide.
The exceptional consistency of Hennessy V.S relies on an uncompromising selection process. The Master Blender selects approximately 40 individual eaux-de-vie (distilled grape spirits) made exclusively from white Ugni Blanc grapes. These components are sourced from the region’s elite growing terroirs, including the prestigious Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, and Fins Bois crus.
The selected liquids are then aged for several years in brand-new Limousin French oak barrels. This specific wood treatment allows the active spirit to aggressively extract rich barrel tannins, wood sugars, and heavy vanillins. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 Proof) and housed in its iconic shapely bottle with a premium gold label, Hennessy V.S offers massive commercial brand equity, making it a high-velocity conversion driver for digital shelves.
Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: Bold, energetic, and highly expressive. Opens with dominant waves of toasted oak, sweet brown sugar, and vanilla bean, beautifully uplifted by fresh floral notes, dynamic grape skins, and a touch of citrus zest.
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Palate: Full-bodied, rich, and wonderfully vibrant. A sweet, smooth entry of red berries, creamy caramel, and warm honey effortlessly evolves into complex mid-palate layers of grilled almonds, fresh orchard fruits, and crisp French oak wood character.
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Finish: Medium-to-long, warming, and remarkably clean. It leaves a highly satisfying, sophisticated trail of sweet baking spices, cinnamon, and a lingering, elegant wood-driven warmth.
Serving Suggestion:
Hennessy V.S is globally celebrated for its extreme versatility. While it can be enjoyed beautifully neat or over ice cubes in a traditional snifter, its bold flavor profile is specially engineered to cut through complex mixers without losing its structural integrity. It serves as an elite, powerful foundation for timeless cocktails, creating a flawless Sidecar, a classic Between the Sheets, or a refreshing Hennessy & Ginger Highball garnished with a fresh lime wheel.
Product Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
| Brand | Hennessy |
| Origin | Cognac, Charente, France |
| Spirit Type | V.S (Very Special) Cognac |
| ABV / Proof | 40% / 80 Proof |
| Base Ingredient | 100% Ugni Blanc Grapes |
| Cask Aging | Matured in new Limousin French oak barrels |
| Character | Bold, vibrant oak, sweet toasted nuts, fresh fruit, and warm spice |
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